When family members and loved ones become older or disabled, having the ability to step in as a caregiver to make them comfortable at home is both rewarding and fulfilling. While it certainly is a selfless act and comes along with good feelings, it can incur some pretty steep costs and become very time consuming. Oftentimes, family caregivers pass up career advancement or opportunities, and those missed wages and earning potential certainly take a toll. So, can you be compensated for your role as a caregiver for a family member? In New York, the answer is yes. There are programs in place that qualify caregivers for compensation, but this all depends on whether or not the family caregiver meets certain criteria. It takes into account the level and nature of care the family member requires, the financial resources of the family member needing care, the insurance coverage the family member has, and whether or not they are a U.S. war time veteran. AS A FAMILY CAREGIVER, CAN YOU BE COMPENSATED?
this is a Medicaid program, the senior must meet specific qualifying criteria. Another option is the Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP), which is a non-Medicaid program. Applicants are required to be living at home and need assistance with day-to-day activities as well as demonstrate limited income and ineligibility for Medicaid. Lastly, one more option is the Veteran’s Aid & Attendance Pension program for those U.S. war time veterans requiring care.
For more information or assistance in applying, contact us today! We are here to help you receive the compensation you deserve.
A great option for caregivers to seek compensation is through Medicaid’s Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). But, because
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CHOCOLATE PECAN FONDUE
This Valentine’s Day, forget the entree! Surprise your honey with a delicious chocolate treat!
INGREDIENTS
• 1 tsp vanilla extract • Fresh fruit of your choice • Shortbread cookies • Large marshmallows
• 1/2 cup half-and-half cream • 2 tbsp honey • 9 oz semisweet chocolate, broken into pieces • 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
DIRECTIONS
1. In a sturdy saucepan over low heat, combine cream and honey. Stir until mixed thoroughly and heat until warm. 2. Add in chocolate, stirring until melted. 3. Stir in pecans and vanilla. 4. Transfer to a fondue pot or a slow cooker to keep warm. 5. Serve with fruit, cookies, and marshmallows of your choice.
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